Liederences by members of the Group des Six are included in the programme, but also by Francis Poulenc and Kurt Weill! The recital reflects the huge influence Parisian cultural life, and specifically composer/teacher Nadia Boulanger, had on numerous composers from various countries, including the United States. An impressive list of composers took lessons from Boulanger: Copland, Barber, Bernstein and Gershwin to name a few. Although the latter needed few more pointers Boulanger concluded, according to Jared.
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The duo stands out for their good, even sophisticated sense of timing. In the final part of the concert, this starts a real charm offensive. Cabaret and lighter repertoire is performed with verve. American composer William Bolcom sprinkles quotes from Madama Butterfly in Christina’s piano accompaniment , while Jared sings about one George who prefers to be called Georgia. We are kidnapped to the United States, where some hundred years ago a Dutch composer unknown to us ended up from Paris. Ah and there were so many more fun stories and interesting liederen, I won't give it away any further. You will be able to discover it for yourself this year in Leiden, Rotterdam, Haarlem or ... Paris.
Francine van der Heijden
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